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GBD 812B

2004 Volkswagen Type 2

Green Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,343 mi
Last recorded83,343 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Type 256,684 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBD 812B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 83,343 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 83,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside KING PIN SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 82,948 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 82,896 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 81,786 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 81,786 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise front inner valance corroded

advise slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 22 Apr 2011 81,786 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 81,786 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 80,608 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 78,768 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 78,761 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 78,184 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 78,184 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 75,633 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 75,593 miles

Front Steering box damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 Aug 2005 73,626 miles

Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Front Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Trailing arm locating pin incorrectly positioned (2.4.G.3a)

Front brake disc locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

disc brake conversion

exhaust sticking out at rear

oil cap missing

oil pip[e on drive shaft

sill corrosion

suspension lowered and narrowed

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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GBD 812B is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 in Green with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,684 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBD 812B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GBD 812B registered?

GBD 812B is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 26 September 2004.

Is GBD 812B safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBD 812B shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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